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Anne-Sophie and Jean-François Quénard - Crémant de Savoie Entre Amis (Brut Nature)

Anne-Sophie et Jean-François Quénard - Crémant de Savoie Entre Amis (Brut Nature)

Crémant de Savoie|Sparkling wine

3.4/5 (5 customers)

90/100

RVF

14/20

Bettane & Desseauve

16/20

Jancis Robinson

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"The best of its kind—to be enjoyed in good company!"

“As rich and original as ever, with a distinct character from the Jacquère (60% of the blend), which gives it its light, airy quality, this Crémant is consistently among our favorites.” (The RVF Guide 2024) Perfect for all your celebrations!

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Estate

Domaine Anne-Sophie et Jean-François Quénard

Vintage

Entre Amis (Brut Nature)

Designation

Crémant de Savoie

Region

Savoie

Grape Varieties

60% Jacquère, 20% Pinot-Noir, 20% Chardonnay

Regions

Clay-Limestone, Limestone Scree, and Moraine

Viticulture

In the process of converting to organic farming

Grape Harvest

Manually packed in crates with holes

Wine Production

Alcoholic and malolactic fermentation in stainless steel tanks; no dosage wine or sugar is added

Livestock Farming

At least 15 months on oak staves

Alcohol content

12.5%

Residual sugars

Less than 3 grams of sugar per liter (g/L)

Eye

Light gold dress

Nose

Elegant with floral and citrus notes

Palate

A full-bodied, crisp Crémant; flavorful on the palate yet light and airy, with great class

Serve

At 6-8°C

Drink before

2028

Food and Wine Pairings

It will enhance a seafood platter, gougères, a Roquefort quiche, a crayfish timbale with rosé champagne...

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Bettane & Desseauve

Wine rated 14/20 (Good wine)

Rated estate (2021 guide): 3*Stars (High-quality production that serves as a benchmark in its sector)

About the wine:

60% Jacquère, blended with Chardonnay and Pinot Noir: this lively, full-bodied, and approachable Crémant boasts lovely, creamy bubbles. The best in its category.

About the estate:

Jean-François Quénard took over from his father in 1987, and the original five hectares have been expanded through lease agreements to reach 17.5 hectares today, ten of which have been farmed organically for the past six years (which should soon lead to certification for the reds). The whites are elegant, mineral, pure, and delightfully consistent. They boast ideal ripeness—without excess—and great finesse. The reds are full-bodied and generous; they should be decanted or allowed to age. The rest of the lineup is of the same caliber, consistently offering good texture and fullness on the palate. The quality is exemplary and continues to improve. The newly introduced crémant stands out in its category. A sure bet!

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide to the Best Wines of France

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

Wine rated (2024 guide) 90/100

Rated Estate (2024 Guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or high-quality winemakers producing wines of a high standard—you won’t be disappointed when you taste the wines from these estates)

About the wine:

As rich and original as ever, with a distinct character from the Jacquère (60% of the blend), which gives it its light, airy quality, this Crémant is consistently among our favorites.

About the estate:

There are many people with the surnames Quenard and Quénard in the village of Chignin, but Jean-François stands out. We commend the quality of his work and the consistency of his extensive lineup, which is refined each year with subtle touches and serves as a benchmark in Savoy’s ever-evolving wine landscape. The reds have improved significantly and are now of a very high standard. Rich in character and vinified using only native yeasts, the whites maintain a perfect balance on the palate. Looking toward the future, Jean-François Quénard has restructured his vineyard, which is currently in the process of obtaining organic certification. The estate has been officially passed on to his daughter Anne-Sophie, who studied in Beaune and Changins. Her first name now appears on the cellar and on the labels.

Jancis Robinson

Wine rated (2023 guide) 16/20

About the wine:

[...] A dry, elegant Crémant. It whets the appetite, but those accustomed to sparkling wines with a rounded finish may find it slightly austere. That’s not the case for me. Tight, bright, and pure. Surprisingly long on the finish, too.

Customer Rating

3.4/5

based on 5 reviews